*As of Sep 6, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for the McKinney area, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97 degrees Fahrenheit, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 104 degrees. The relative humidity is 42 percent, with a dew point of 70 degrees, contributing to the muggy atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the southeast at 13 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 15 miles per hour. The sky is partly cloudy, offering limited relief from the direct sun.
Today and Tonight Outlook
Residents should expect a high near 100 degrees today, with heat index values potentially reaching 105 degrees. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 p.m., though the overall chance of precipitation remains low at 10 percent. As evening approaches, a slight chance of storms exists before 7 p.m.
The sky will become mostly clear, and temperatures will drop to a low around 79 degrees. Even in the cooler evening hours, heat index values may still reach 103 degrees, meaning the air will remain uncomfortably warm. Winds will shift to the south, ranging from 0 to 10 miles per hour.
